1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Scarabeo | 75 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
